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Diploma in Paralegal Studies

at University of New England · Armidale, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

099083G

CRICOS provider code

00003G

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$32,016 total

Per year

A$27,747/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Diploma in Paralegal Studies at the University of New England equips students with a solid foundation in legal principles and practices, preparing them for a successful career in the legal field. This one-year programme is structured to provide practical skills through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. Students will engage in various units of study that cover essential areas such as legal writing, research methodologies, and understanding regulations, all crucial for a career in paralegal support. The course is designed to meet the demands of the evolving legal industry in Australia.

Australian qualifications are based on a structured framework involving semesters that typically encompass modules worth a certain number of credit points. In completing this Diploma, students gain significant competencies that are applicable across various legal contexts, aided by a capstone project or practical assessments that simulate real-world challenges. With an emphasis on work-integrated learning, this programme provides opportunities for professional placements, allowing students to experience the legal environment first-hand.

This course is particularly suited for individuals with an interest in pursuing a career in the legal sector, including those looking to specialise in areas such as litigation support or legal research. Students will develop valuable skills in communication, analytical thinking, and attention to detail which are vital for success in any paralegal role. The Diploma also provides pathways for further education, such as pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in law or related disciplines.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.